Dow Futures Inch Down Ahead of Inflation Data, Bank Earnings

Group 1 - Major bank earnings reports will begin with JPMorgan Chase, coinciding with the release of December's consumer-price index at 8:30 a.m. ET [1] - Economists predict a 2.7% year-over-year increase in headline prices, remaining unchanged from November, while core CPI is expected to accelerate [1] Group 2 - Stock futures have slightly decreased amid investor concerns regarding the investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, although these anxieties appear to be easing [2] - Major global central banks have expressed support for Powell, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the Fed's independence [2] Group 3 - Oil futures have increased following President Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on countries conducting business with Iran, with potential military measures being considered in response to protests [3] Group 4 - The 10-year Treasury yields have risen to approximately 4.2% [4] - Japan's Nikkei 225 index has reached a record close, influenced by expectations of a snap election next month, while the yen and government bonds have declined [4]